Job Description
The Fulton Hogan Life
Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.
Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou awhānau | Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family
We’re looking for an experienced Leading Hand (Carpenter) to join our Civil Construction team in Auckland.
Project Scope: SH1 P2D (Stage 1B) is part of a staged upgrade to improve SH1 and adjacent multi modal travel reliability, access, and safety. Stage 1B ties into Stage1A, NIMT Bridges, and completes a combined 6km of three laned SH1 in both directions, six new motorway bridges and multiple interfacing local roads, over motorway bridges, Shared User Paths (SUPs) and upgraded utilities.
You will be leading a crew of carpenters and labourers on the project. No two days will be the same in this position with leadership being the key to success, as is excellent communication and organisational skills. You will have an eye for detail and the ability to think on the spot to resolve operational issues as they occur.
In addition to the above you will:
Lead and coordinate daily activities of carpenters, apprentices, and labourers.
Actively perform the duties along with the team and operate machinery, hand tools.
Perform formwork, steel tying, concrete and general carpentry activities
Allocate tasks, set priorities, and monitor progress against programme.
Attend and contribute to daily pre‑start and toolbox meetings.
Prevent rework by checking measurements, levels, and details before and after installation.
Communicate material and equipment requirements in advance to the Engineers and Foreman.
Assist with recording daily site diaries, labour hours, and variations relating to carpentry works.
We’re looking for someone with:
Hold a trade qualified NZ Certificate in Carpentry or Concrete Construction
Hold a class 1 full licence, WTR is advantageous
Good knowledge of reinforced concrete structures, materials, methods and tools involved in road construction and maintenance including reading construction plans
Has 5+ years’ experience in construction industry
Proven experience in leading teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good knowledge of operating hand tools, and smaller light plant
Good Work equals Good Benefits
KiwiSaver employer contributions
Fuel discount card
Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support
Family scholarships
Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
Medical insurance “an eligibility period applies”
Life insurance
At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.
Creating, Connecting and caring for the community
Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.
Learn more about us:
Homepage - Fulton Hogan
and make an application to join our growing industry.
All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.
We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.
We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Leading Hand Carpenter - P2D position is now open for candidates interested in the Customer Care sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Customer Care is a plus.
